This course is the first of a three Sophomore level course describing the chemistry of organic (carbon containing) compounds. Emphasis on structure-reactivity relationships, mechanisms of functional group transformations, and the preparation, and purification of organic compounds. For biological science, chemistry,environmental science majors and students pursuing careers in dentistry, medicine, pharmacy, or veterinary medicine. Generally not appropriate for nursing majors (see CHEM 30B)

Prerequisite: CHEM 1C.

Co-requisite: None

Advisory: None

2. Course Objectives -

The student will be able to:

Apply current theories of Bonding to an understanding of Molecular Structure and reactivity.

Understand the importance of both Kinetics and Thermodynamics to the outcome of a chemical reaction

Understand the concept of Chirality in organic compounds and its importance in Biological Systems

Recognize the relationship between structure and reactivity through a study of functional groups in organic molecules

Practice common laboratory techniques to acquire skill in the preparation, isolation and purification of Organic compounds

3. Special Facilities and/or Equipment -

A chemistry laboratory is provided with adequate chemicals and equipment for conducting the prescribed course. Each student is issued a desk locker containing specialized glassware for both mini and micro-scale organic synthesis. Five feet of Fume Hood space is allocated to each pair of students. Instrumentation maintained for routine use includes analytical balances, Melting Point apparatti, Polarimeters, Gas Chromatographs, UV-Visible spectrometer, FTIR spectrometer, GC-MS and broad-band 60 MHz FTNMR spectrometer.

4. Course Content (Body of knowledge) -

Apply current theories of Bonding to an understanding of Molecular Structure and reactivity